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Bucks beat short-handed Mavericks to reach high-water mark for season

SCHUYLER DIXON AP Sports Writer
Mar 2, 2025
Mar 2, 2025 Updated Mar 10, 2025

Bucks clinch win over Nuggets, showcasing playoff form. Giannis stars, driving Milwaukee to key victory in pivotal match. Ben and Donnie recap the showing.

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DALLAS — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 29 points, nine rebounds and nine assists, Damian Lillard scored 28 and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Dallas Mavericks 132-117 on Saturday night.

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